ELASTOMER CHEMIST

Job Description

Job Overview

As an Elastomer Chemist at Weatherford, you'll research, develop, and test rubber-like materials (elastomers) and thermoplastics for oil and gas industry applications. You'll support products throughout their entire lifecycle from design to failure analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate elastomeric and thermoplastic materials
• Recommend appropriate materials for specific applications
• Work with procurement teams to identify new suppliers
• Assist quality teams with supplier audits and resolving non-conformances
• Help solve manufacturing problems related to elastomer production
• Conduct failure analyses and prepare technical reports
• Test materials to evaluate their properties using industry standards
• Create specifications for processes, products, and testing
• Coordinate multiple projects and direct lab technicians and junior chemists
• Comply with Weatherford's quality and safety policies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or materials engineering
• 6-10 years of elastomers experience
• 5 years of experience with oilfield elastomers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel
• Experience with elastomer testing and analytical techniques
• Skill in managing multiple concurrent projects
• Knowledge of oilfield elastomers

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or Master's Degree in Polymer Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience with oilfield polymers
• Experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Experience in elastomer compounding
• Knowledge of composites
• Understanding of quality systems

Travel Requirements

This position requires up to 25% travel, both domestic and potentially international.

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